Postcode Analysis Central Bedfordshire, East of England

SHORTMEAD STREET, SG18 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHORTMEAD STREET, SG18 0BL.

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Population

342

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SG18 0BL spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 12.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG18 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Shortmead Street, 0.4km from Ivel Bury in Biggleswade. Administratively it sits within Biggleswade North ward and the North East Bedfordshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG18, SG18 0BL offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 12.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG18 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00087814 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG18 0BL. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 265,000

2 sales · Mean £ 265,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SG18 0BL has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Shoplifting9
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE VC Lower School

Good774 pupils0.3 km
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Lawnside Academy

Requires Improvement204 pupils0.8 km
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Ivel Valley School & College

Good224 pupils1.3 km
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Edward Peake CofE VC Middle School

Requires Improvement570 pupils1.3 km
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Stratton Upper School

Requires Improvement845 pupils1.4 km
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Biggleswade Academy

Good1173 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Savers Health & Beauty Ltd0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • City Point0.7 km
  • Lilbea Group Limited0.6 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Biggleswade United Working Mens Club0.6 km
  • The Manor0.8 km
  • The Rose Inn0.7 km
  • Biggleswade & District Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Biggleswade Town Cricket Club0.3 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Biggles Lounge0.4 km
  • Dee Dee's Vegan Cafe0.7 km
  • Indian Monsoon0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Cafe Eight0.7 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Blaze0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Jumbo Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Pizza King0.8 km
  • Sheff's Fish & Chips0.1 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Stratton Cottage0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Biggleswade1.0 km
  • Sandy3.7 km
  • Arlesey7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Ivel Bury0.1 km
  • Ivel Bury0.1 km
  • Sun Street0.1 km
  • Fairfield Road0.1 km
  • Fairfield Road0.1 km